Montelukast + Levocetirizine + Ambroxol

Montelukast + Levocetirizine + Ambroxol — Uses and Benefits

This composition is mainly prescribed for allergic conditions of the nose and airways that are accompanied by cough with mucus, such as allergic rhinitis, bronchitis, or asthma-related symptoms with chest congestion.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Allergic rhinitis (sneezing, runny nose, itching, watery eyes)
• Cough with mucus/phlegm
• Wheezing or breathlessness linked to allergies or bronchial congestion
• Seasonal or year-round allergy symptoms with chest congestion

HOW IT WORKS

• Montelukast blocks leukotrienes, chemicals that cause airway inflammation and narrowing
• Levocetirizine is an antihistamine that reduces sneezing, itching and runny nose
• Ambroxol thins and loosens mucus, making it easier to cough out

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not for immediate relief of sudden breathlessness or an asthma attack
• Not a treatment for bacterial or viral infections
• Not meant for dry cough without mucus
• Not to be used as a general painkiller or fever medicine

How to Use Montelukast + Levocetirizine + Ambroxol

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once daily in the evening
• Can be taken with or without food, unless your doctor advises otherwise
• Swallow tablets with a glass of water; do not crush unless advised
• If using syrup form, use the measuring cup provided for accurate dosing
• Continue for the full duration advised, even if symptoms improve early
• Do not increase the dose on your own

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember on the same day
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one
• Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed one

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack
• Discard opened syrup as per the label instructions, usually within a few weeks

Montelukast + Levocetirizine + Ambroxol — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Drowsiness or sleepiness
• Headache
• Dry mouth
• Nausea or stomach upset
• Fatigue

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Dizziness
• Diarrhoea
• Skin rash or itching
• Dry throat

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Severe allergic reaction: swelling of face, lips, tongue or throat, difficulty breathing
• Severe skin reactions such as blistering or peeling skin
• Mood changes, agitation, aggression, or unusual behaviour
• Yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine (signs of liver problems)
• Irregular heartbeat or chest pain

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Montelukast + Levocetirizine + Ambroxol — Safety Information and Precautions

This is a prescription-only medicine in India and should be taken only under medical supervision.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to Montelukast, Levocetirizine, Ambroxol, or any other ingredient in the formulation
• Have severe kidney or liver disease without medical guidance
• Are a child below the age recommended by your doctor

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
• Have a history of liver or kidney disease
• Have epilepsy or seizure disorders
• Have a history of mental health conditions such as depression or behavioural changes
• Are due to have surgery requiring anaesthesia

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Sedatives, sleeping pills, or other drowsiness-causing medicines
• Other antihistamines or cough-cold medicines
• Certain antibiotics (inform your doctor about all medicines you take)
• Alcohol, which can increase drowsiness

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I drive after taking this medicine?

It may cause drowsiness, so avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you.

Is it safe for children?

It should only be given to children if specifically prescribed by a doctor, based on age and weight.

Can I take this with other cold or allergy medicines?

• Avoid combining with other cold, cough or allergy medicines unless your doctor approves, to prevent overlapping side effects.
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